USCAN is the largest US network of organizations focused on climate change. USCAN plays a critical role as the only network connecting organizations working on climate advocacy and policy development at all three levels of the debate: state/regional, federal, and international, all of which are increasingly interdependent.

USCAN’s mission is to support and assist civil society organizations to influence the design and development of an effective, equitable and sustainable global strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and ensure its implementation at international, national and local levels.

USCAN is the US affiliate of the Climate Action Network (CAN-International), a global network of over 700 environment, energy, development, and faith based NGOs working collaboratively to address the causes of global warming and promote equitable solutions.

Description

Help us tackle one of humanity’s greatest challenges! USCAN seeks an intern for three to six months to assist with policy and outreach activities. You will learn about domestic and international issues relating to climate change, including the international climate change negotiations, energy issues, and Clean Air Act issues. You will also become acquainted with the federal policy-making process and the various players and positions in the climate movement.

The position is located in our Washington, DC office. This internship offers a monthly stipend of $500, help obtaining college credit (if needed), and negotiable start and end dates.

The US Climate Action Network (USCAN) seeks an intern with a commitment to environmental or social justice issues and is currently accepting applications on a rolling basis. The ideal candidate would start soon, but start dates are flexible.

Assist International Coordinator and Program Director/Domestic Policy Director with activities relating to international and domestic climate change policy

Attend briefings, congressional hearings, and coalition meetings

Research and write material for newsletters, web pages, action alerts, and fact sheets

Help research and write material for USCAN international negotiations briefing book.

Help organize coalition meetings and strategy sessions on international and domestic issues, including taking detailed notes on meeting discussions

Hand-deliver materials to congressional offices

Assist in organizing meetings and issue briefings for congressional staff

Participate in lobbying congressional offices by phone or in person, if professional and knowledgeable

Assist with outreach to USCAN member organizations

Assist other staff as needed

Take on other responsibilities as they develop, based on intern strengths and interests, ability to complete individual projects, and organizational needs.

Possible travel to assist at conferences/events.

Qualifications

Interest in climate change and enthusiasm for communicating with coalition partners and policy makers

Strong oral and writing skills and methodical research methods

Self-starter, flexible, able to manage multiple tasks

Some knowledge of Congress and/or international climate policy and negotiations a plus.

Good phone skills

Extroverted and friendly personality with good sense of humor is a must

Available at least 35 hours a week.

How to Apply

Send a resume and cover letter with availability to Brent Ginsberg (policy_intern@usclimatenetwork.org). Please put the name of the internship and your name in the subject line of your email: “Policy Internship Application, First Name Last Name.”